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Spelly
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« on: 21 October 2010, 20:54:25 »
With Steve's Widnes connections, any suggestions who the major signing might be?

http://swintonlionsrlc.co.uk/04-pages/02-news/allnews.php?fn_mode=fullnews&fn_id=303

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« Reply #1 on: 21 October 2010, 20:57:22 »
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« Reply #2 on: 21 October 2010, 21:02:49 »
Just thought.................

Should this be in General Rugby League?

If so, please move it mods!

Thank you!

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"-- and then on the eighth day, God created Rugby League."

My girl-friend looked me in the eye, and asked "Do you love me, more than you love Swinton?" I replied "If I said yes, would you believe me?"

SWINTON LIONS RLFC
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« Reply #3 on: 21 October 2010, 21:08:00 »
Lee Doran?
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« Reply #4 on: 21 October 2010, 22:13:26 »
Either of them would be a good signing for the Lions.
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« Reply #5 on: 22 October 2010, 09:00:08 »
With the players already signed up Smithy could make a real impact.  Hopefully he could really enjoy a less stressed atmosphere and simply enjoy his footy again!
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« Reply #6 on: 22 October 2010, 09:47:02 »
Quote from: Sandgroper on 22 October 2010, 09:00:08
With the players already signed up Smithy could make a real impact.  Hopefully he could really enjoy a less stressed atmosphere and simply enjoy his footy again!

And would make quite an impact in Championship 1.
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« Reply #7 on: 22 October 2010, 23:41:20 »
heard from a guy from the rfl whod been speaking to mark that the only offers hed had had been from champ 1 sides, so i wouldnt be suprised.

however, he did also say that in 2012, two sl teams would make way for widnes and leigh, regardless of leighs ability to apply, so i would take it with a pinch of salt hah
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« Reply #8 on: 22 October 2010, 23:55:30 »
Quote from: Shrek on 22 October 2010, 23:41:20
heard from a guy from the rfl whod been speaking to mark that the only offers hed had had been from champ 1 sides, so i wouldnt be suprised.

however, he did also say that in 2012, two sl teams would make way for widnes and leigh, regardless of leighs ability to apply, so i would take it with a pinch of salt hah

Robbie Paul working for the RFL as well now  Cheesy
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« Reply #9 on: 23 October 2010, 08:19:39 »
Quote from: Shrek on 22 October 2010, 23:41:20
heard from a guy from the rfl whod been speaking to mark that the only offers hed had had been from champ 1 sides, so i wouldnt be suprised.

however, he did also say that in 2012, two sl teams would make way for widnes and leigh, regardless of leighs ability to apply, so i would take it with a pinch of salt hah

Someone at HQ said to me the other day that "Widnes are just treading water until Super League now" - make of that what you will. I think it's fairly obvious to anyone that a) we meet the 5 criteria, and b) we are the strongest Championship club, and with the RFL likely to introduce a new team, then we're favourites.
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« Reply #10 on: 23 October 2010, 10:17:42 »
It could well be Mark Smith. I think Swinton's training set up will allow him to get a decent job as well (for RFL ?). Not sure he hasn't spoken to Championship clubs, but he needs to make a living, which means either as a full time player (SL only), a player given a job by the club (probably all already filled) or a full time job and a less demanding training regime (Championship 1). If it is Mark it'll be a great boost. Could even be Smith AND Doran ...
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« Reply #11 on: 23 October 2010, 10:24:03 »
Would be a shame if it was Mark Smith.He still has plenty to offer and is far too good for Swinton.
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« Reply #12 on: 23 October 2010, 11:08:54 »
Quote from: GSF on 23 October 2010, 10:24:03
Would be a shame if it was Mark Smith.He still has plenty to offer and is far too good for Swinton.

A little bit of a pompous remark I would suggest!

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"-- and then on the eighth day, God created Rugby League."

My girl-friend looked me in the eye, and asked "Do you love me, more than you love Swinton?" I replied "If I said yes, would you believe me?"

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« Reply #13 on: 23 October 2010, 11:34:33 »
Quote from: GSF on 23 October 2010, 10:24:03
Would be a shame if it was Mark Smith.He still has plenty to offer and is far too good for Swinton.

A player is only as good as the club than wants him. Swinton is a Champion 1 side that has had some bad seasons since Station Road was sold, but is still definitely a club that deserves a lot of credit for keeping the game going. If Mark Smith signs for Swinton it could be the start of a resurgence, and I would sonner see Swinto in Super League than Crusaders or Catalans.
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« Reply #14 on: 23 October 2010, 19:21:14 »
Be good to see Lee Doran back at the club where he started his career but we will find out on Monday night when the mystery is solved at the Swinton Meeting
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